What to say in the ‘Needs Statement’ on a Grant Application
One of the biggest landmines on a Grant Application is the deceptively named “Needs Statement”. Why? Because you will…
6 Ways for Nonprofits to Get Millennials to Part With Our Money
“I always thought once I secured my first full-time job I would just write a check to that children’s…
Six Steps to Supercharge Your Next Nonprofit’s Annual Report
Trouble sleeping? Read an Annual Report. If your nonrpfit’s Annual Report is filled with corporate jargon, stock photos and…
Best Practices for Compiling a Nonprofit Annual Report
Most nonprofit organizations release annual reports with the purposes of providing insight into the way their donations are used,…
Four Realistic Grant Writing Tips for Small Nonprofits
When submitting a grant, it’s important to remember you have competition. You want to do everything you can to…
The Power of Acknowledgement – Three Elements of Donor Retention
What is your philanthropy’s superpower? Every nonprofit has powers, but the most important one that eludes many organizations is…
Top Ten Things to Do When Beginning a Volunteer Fundraising Program
Many nonprofits from colleges to boards and associations have dedicated groups of volunteers who help them meet their fundraising…
Want to Increase Repeat Donors? Just Follow the Rules
It takes a lot of effort to bring in new donors. That’s why hanging on to the donors you…
Mastering Online Giving In Three Easy Steps
If you are tasked with finding a good online giving service for your nonprofit, you will quickly realize that…
DIY Fundraising 101: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About DIY Fundraising
Do-it-yourself (DIY) fundraising is one of the most exciting growth opportunities for nonprofits and is definitely one of the…
The New Frontier of Fundraising: An Insider’s Look at Online Giving
GivingTools.com founder Jason Smith weighs in on online giving trends and challenges and reveals how his company is helping…
Going Deeper: How to use Social, Financial and Location Data to Inspire Donors
Every thriving nonprofit needs loyal, committed donors who feel like they are a part of your cause. And, in…